Black Eyed Peas With Tuna Salad

Black-Eyed Bean & Tuna Salad is one of the most classic and beloved recipes in Portuguese cuisine, perfect for days when you want a light, fresh, and quick meal. The combination of black-eyed beans with tuna in olive oil, black olives, and quality Portuguese olive oil creates a delicious balance of simplicity, flavour, and tradition.

Refreshing, nutritious, and full of character, this salad is ideal for quick lunches, summer meals, or relaxed moments around the table. A practical and flavourful option that celebrates authentic Portuguese and Mediterranean flavours in every bite!

Products in the Kit:

• GRO-BNS4075 – Compal Black-Eyed Beans Can 845g
• CON-TUN1470 – BP Tuna Fillets in Olive Oil Round Can 385g
• GRO-OLV4564 – Maçarico Black Olives 261/290 Jar 220g
• OIL-OLI5919 – Bom Dia Gold Olive Oil 500ml

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, combine the black-eyed beans, onion, garlic, and parsley. Mix well.
2. Add the tuna and gently combine.
3. Season with salt, pepper, olive oil, and vinegar to taste. Mix everything thoroughly.
4. Transfer to a serving dish and arrange the sliced boiled eggs over the salad.
5. Refrigerate until nicely chilled.
6. Before serving, decorate as desired.

Ingredients

• 550 g cooked black-eyed beans
• 255 g canned tuna, drained
• 1 chopped onion
• 2 chopped garlic cloves
• Chopped parsley to taste
• 3 boiled eggs
• Olive oil to taste
• Vinegar to taste
• Fine salt to taste
• Pepper to taste